1965 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 BMW 3200 CS | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 3200 CS | A5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |